Head of Communication
Location: GB, LND, 
Employment type: Full-time
Industry: Retail

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Job description:
Based in the heart of the City, this exceptional opportunity as Head of Communication in a fast-growing tech start-up is a challenging and varied position requiring a highly motivated and professional communication guru, ideally with a degree, but certainly with an interest in pursuing a career in start-ups / technological businesses.The CompanyRecognised by Wired Magazine as one of Europe’s hottest tech start-ups, Appear Here is the leading marketplace to rent retail space. Hailed a "digital game changer for the High Street" by The Guardian, Appear Here is the simplest way to list and rent flexible retail space online. Our mission is to build a global network of spaces, so people can rent space in cities across the world and take their ideas to destinations near and far.Since launching in 2013, Appear Here lists over 600 spaces nationwide, and has over 5,000 brands and retailers using the site. A diverse mix of big names and upcoming brands have all found space for their ideas with Appear Here ranging from Microsoft, Diageo, Google, &amp; Jamie Olivier to Serge de Nimes and Stylist Magazine. The RoleWe’re growing fast, and to support this we’re looking for a Head of Communication to help drive our PR strategy. The role will play an active role in the design and delivery of our PR coverage, campaigns, and brand content activities.You will be part of a core team which manages the reputation of our brand by developing relationships with key journalists, media and bloggers within the UK, while supporting our international growth teams in developing the international PR strategy and campaign activation. This is a fantastic senior level role for a talented all-rounder to join a great team in a hands-on, leadership role, and play a pivotal role in our on-going growth and success.

Requirements:
You will have a track record within digital/social as well as traditional media communication strategies, press &amp; PR and brand #URL_728325c23e74a63885ea1a4bb24e9b4fb0b70372add78f890c9699cb589bd807# a strong drive and enthusiasm, you enjoy taking ownership, presenting yourself as a prolific networker, being self-motivated and very creative minded and entrepreneurial by nature.Key areas of responsibility within this PR Manager role include:Develop innovative and strategic communication campaigns to drive the UK PR &amp; press strategy and co-ordinate international implementation across European markets, while managing various PR agencies.Grow the share of voice of the Appear Here brand within the retail / technology trade media by maximises potential PR opportunities in all key media to drive brand awareness and sales.Manage and execute PR events with UK and international teams, and external agencies where appropriate.Draft statements and respond to media inquiries on behalf of the brand as well as the relevant company spokespeople.Monitor and report competitor activity and relevant industry trends, events and opportunities to appropriate teams.Responsible for updating the website with news, media library, general company info, and outgoing press office materials.Skills and Qualifications Solid communications experience with online PR and content (print would also be an advantage), working in a busy in-house press office or fast-paced PR agency.Excellent written skills, both for brand storytelling and accuracy in drafting corporate statements.Highly pro-active, well-organised and efficient self-starter, with a good dose of common sense, humour and creative thinking and ideas to promote the brand and develop its reputation.The ability to speak French and/or German is preferable, along with a solid understanding of the pan-European media landscape

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